A smoky odor that blanketed parts of Chicago on Thursday came from wildfires burning across the Southern Plains, meteorologists and air‑quality monitors say. Officials urged sensitive groups to take precautions.

A tornado swept through Jefferson County, Alabama, damaging homes and dropping large hail. First Coast meteorologists reviewed footage and outlined what the system means for Northeast Florida.

Dense morning fog and spotty showers slow the Friday commute in Charlotte. Skies clear and warm into the 60s–70s by the weekend.

Clear and chilly Friday with highs near 45F. Scattered snow showers possible Sunday with light accumulation inland.

Windy, dry air puts parts of the Denver area under a Red Flag Warning Friday. Highs in the upper 60s — secure outdoor items and avoid open burns.

Sunny and warm Friday with gusty southwest winds; Red Flag Warning noon–6 p.m. Avoid outdoor burning.

Downtown LA could reach the upper 80s Friday, Feb 27, with gusty offshore breezes and Small Craft Advisories. Heat-safety tips and where to cool off.

Ping-pong to half-dollar-sized hail struck Pickens County Thursday night, briefly closing Highway 136 and denting vehicles. Emergency officials reported no injuries.

Dense fog will slow Friday morning commutes in Memphis; advisory until 9 a.m. Expect sun and highs near 72°F by midday.

Sunny Friday and a warm Saturday in Boston; light snow is possible Sunday, then an Arctic blast drives Monday lows to single digits.

Clear and brisk Friday with highs in the mid-40s. An arctic front late Saturday may bring a light coating of snow north of I‑78.

Clear, springlike afternoons with highs near 86°F. Patchy morning fog and gusty southerly winds this weekend.

A Flash Flood Warning for Cobb, DeKalb, Fulton and Gwinnett counties is in effect through 6:30 a.m.; heavy showers could produce rapid street and creek flooding.